1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1957 Fiat 600
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 920 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 1957 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Seville | 600 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 633 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |